If anyone is arrested and charged with second degree assault, no prior criminal history, what are chances of going to jail?

Too many factors are at work to tell you on AVVO your chances of victory in defending your case and about any possible sentence. The time is now...

Do I need a lawyer to petition to get interlock off car

If you had a lawyer at the time you were convicted of DWI, and liked that lawyer's services, you might consider returning to the same lawyer, or...

My friend was recently indicted for supposedly selling half ounces of cannibis, im wondering about this because i've never heard

As pointed out by the other lawyers who have already responded to your inquiry, videotape may not be the only evidence being relied upon by the...

Can a court change the charge? Are laws in VA around manufacturing of marijuana with and without intent to sell the same?

It sounds important for your friend's criminal defense lawyer to be ready to show the prosecutor, if the prosecutor raises the issue, that under...

Am I permitted to drive to court to have my restricted drivers license amended if I get a new job?

Virginia restricted driving licenses ordinarily state that the licensee may drive to court dates. It is important to check whether your restricted...

Can a noll prossed charge be picked back up by the plaintiff for any reason once they drop the charge

A criminal charge can be re-charged after being entered nolle prosequi. For misdemeanors, the law applies a deadline for charging a crime. A...

I was with a person who shoplifted, but I didn't shoplift anything. Was being with this person probable cause for a body search?

Your questions include how you should proceed and the legality of the search. In case your posting does not list the necessary information to fully...

I have court in the morning and am Lost. I have a marijuana possession charge of two grams but want to get my record expunged.

It is important that you have a criminal defense lawyer. If you cannot get your court date rescheduled, perhaps you will find qualified lawyer(s)...

A Maryland court may not make a finding of a probation violation without holding a probation violation hearing to determine whether a violation is...

Your question sounds rather academic, and I answer academically that your answer will have a criminal law and non-criminal law component as to the...